The Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences office is typically open to walk-in visitors Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. The Dinosaur Park, located outdoors adjacent to Rood Hall, is always free and open to the public. The Schmaltz Geology Museum, located on the first floor of Rood Hall, is also free and open to the public whenever the building is open. If you are visiting Dino Park or the museum, please park in designated visitor lots if you do not have a WMU parking permit.

Spring 2024 building hours for Rood Hall are M-F, 7:30 am to 10 pm. The physical address of Rood Hall is 2235 Wilbur Ave. In case of an emergency please dial 911.

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  • MGS Senior Research Associate Robb Gillespie and alumni Andy Kozlowski are featured on WMUK's "Why's That?" discussing the origin of the Kalamazoo Valley. Check it out!
  • The 2023 Department Newsletter is here at last! Read about the adventures and accomplishments of faculty, staff, students, the Geology Club, Advisory Council, and MGS/MGRRE. Also please keep us in mind as you plan your 2024 giving.